CVE-2007-4794: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Sep 10 2007(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in fcstat in devices.common.IBM.fc.rte in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges via a long input parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =5.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=3843
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=3844
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY94739
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY94761
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25555
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26715
- http://osvdb.org/40397
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3059
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36445
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4794?
CVE-2007-4794 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4794?
To fix CVE-2007-4794, upgrade to a patched version of IBM AIX that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4794?
CVE-2007-4794 affects local users of IBM AIX versions 5.2 and 5.3.
What causes CVE-2007-4794?
CVE-2007-4794 is caused by a buffer overflow in the fcstat command within devices.common.IBM.fc.rte.
Can CVE-2007-4794 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2007-4794 requires local access to the system, making it not exploitable remotely.
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